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House to Consider Disabled Americans Act and Iran War Powers Resolution
The House convenes Thursday, July 23, for legislative business. Members will consider the "Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act" and may vote on a resolution to withdraw U.S. forces from hostilities with Iran.
Politics and GovernmentConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitarySocial IssuesMiddle East House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessDisabled Americans ActIranWar Powers ResolutionGovernmentPolitics
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House to Consider Disabled Americans Act and Iran War Powers Resolution
The House will convene Thursday, July 23, to consider the "Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act" and a resolution to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities with Iran. Votes are expected by 10:15 a.m.
Politics and GovernmentConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressSocial IssuesMilitaryMiddle East House of RepresentativesLegislationDisabled Americans ActIranWar Powers ResolutionRep. ScottRep. Jayapal
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House to Vote on Defense Act, Budget, and Insider Trading Bill
The House convenes July 22 to vote on the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act, the FY27-2036 congressional budget, and the Stop Insider Trading Act. Legislation on the Iran War Powers Resolution is also expected.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyFinancial MarketsLegal House of RepresentativesNational Defense Authorization ActCongressional BudgetStop Insider Trading ActIran War Powers ResolutionLegislationFiscal Year 2027
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House to Tackle Defense, Budget, and Insider Trading Legislation
The House convenes Wednesday, July 22, to consider the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2027, the congressional budget through 2036, and the Stop Insider Trading Act. Legislation on the Iran War Powers Resolution is also expected.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyLegalMilitary House of RepresentativesNational Defense Authorization ActFiscal Year 2027Congressional BudgetStop Insider Trading ActIran War Powers ResolutionLegislation
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on looming government shutdown, Iran war update, and cyclosporiasis outbreak
USA TODAY reports on House Speaker Johnson's efforts to avoid a government shutdown, a Pentagon update on the Iran war, and RFK Jr.'s comments on the cyclosporiasis outbreak, alongside other political news.
Politics and GovernmentHealthConflictWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressElectionMedical ScienceMiddle East Government ShutdownHouse of RepresentativesIran WarPete HegsethCyclosporiasisRobert F. Kennedy Jr.Donald TrumpUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics
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House to Debate Key Legislation on Defense, Budget, and Ethics
The House of Representatives will consider H.Res.1438, paving the way for debates on defense appropriations, Social Security, the federal budget, congressional stock restrictions, banking laws, and continuing appropriations for fiscal year 2027.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyMilitarySocial Issues House of RepresentativesH.Res.1438Defense AppropriationsSocial SecurityFederal BudgetCongressional EthicsBanking LawsU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Vote on Key Defense, Appropriations, and Economic Bills
The House is set to vote on critical legislation, including the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 and a Continuing Appropriations Act. Other bills address disabled Americans' work barriers, insider trading, and small business capital access.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyFinancial MarketsLegal House of RepresentativesNational Defense Authorization ActAppropriationsFiscal Year 2027BudgetDisabled AmericansInsider Trading
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House to Consider Key Health Legislation by 2026
The House of Representatives is poised to advance several health-focused bills, including reauthorizations for early detection, stem cell research, and initiatives for traumatic brain injuries, dental health, dementia, and tick-borne diseases, with a target date of July 20, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMedical ScienceEducation House of RepresentativesLegislationReauthorizationTraumatic Brain InjuryDementiaStem Cell ResearchU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Vote on Extensive Legislative Package Covering Health, Government, and Science
The House is set to vote on a broad legislative package covering public health, government efficiency, and scientific research. Bills include FDA modernization, stem cell research, whistleblower protections, and geothermal R&D, with votes expected by 6:30 p.m.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentCongressMedical ScienceEducationEnergy House of RepresentativesLegislationPublic HealthGovernment OperationsScientific ResearchFDA ModernizationBiosecurity
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U.S. House Prepares for Intensive Legislative Week on Defense, Budget, and Health
The U.S. House of Representatives faces a demanding week, with a packed legislative agenda including the National Defense Authorization Act, federal budget, and appropriations, alongside various health and government reform measures.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentCongressMedical ScienceEconomyEnergyEducation House of RepresentativesLegislationNational Defense Authorization ActFederal BudgetAppropriationsHealth PolicyGovernment ReformRepublican Whip
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House to Consider Appropriations and VA Clinic Naming Bills
The House will meet Wednesday to consider an appropriations act and several bills. Key legislation includes naming multiple VA clinics across the U.S. in honor of distinguished veterans and military personnel.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressMilitary House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessAppropriations ActVeterans AffairsVA ClinicsBill NamingUnited States Congress
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House to Consider Appropriations and VA Clinic Naming Bills
The House will meet Wednesday to consider an appropriations act and several bills. Key legislation includes naming multiple VA clinics across the U.S. in honor of distinguished veterans and military personnel.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral Politics House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessAppropriations ActVeterans AffairsVA ClinicsBill NamingUnited States Congress
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Media Monitor: House Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent
The Washington Post reports the House passed the bipartisan Sunshine Protection Act, aiming to make daylight saving time permanent, though its Senate prospects remain uncertain.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongress Sunshine Protection ActDaylight Saving TimeHouse of RepresentativesSenateLegislationDonald J TrumpWashington PostThe Washington Post
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Tuesday
The House of Representatives will meet on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, to consider legislation including the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025 and the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act, with votes expected in the afternoon.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral PoliticsEconomyLegal House of RepresentativesLegislationSunshine Protection ActProtecting Privacy in Purchases ActCommon Cents ActFailing Bank Acquisition Fairness Act
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House to Consider Sunshine Protection, Veterans, and Privacy Bills on July 14
The House will meet on July 14 to consider several bills, including the Sunshine Protection Act of 2025, the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act, and legislation concerning veterans and national security appropriations.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral PoliticsFinancial MarketsLegal House of RepresentativesLegislationSunshine Protection ActVeterans AffairsPrivacyFinancial ServicesGovernment
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Fentanyl, Terrorism, Travel, and Pilot Programs
The House of Representatives will consider four significant bills on July 13, 2026, covering illicit fentanyl trafficking, terror threat assessment for non-NATO allies, improving family travel, and extending a pilot program.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCongressLegalTransportationSocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationFentanylTerrorismTravelPilot ProgramU.S. Library of Congress
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House to Consider Postal Designations, Homeland Security, and Campaign Finance Bills
The House of Representatives will convene to consider a range of legislation, including bills to designate postal facilities, enhance homeland security, and reform campaign finance. Votes are anticipated around 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 13.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressElectionTransportation House of RepresentativesLegislationHomeland SecurityPostal ServiceCampaign FinanceFairfax, VirginiaGeorgetown, Ohio
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Media Monitor: NDAA Blocked in House, DoD Watchdog Warns on Weapons, JLTV A2 Defended, Pentagon Seeks Funds for Labs
Breaking Defense reports the NDAA failed to advance in the House, a DoD watchdog warned about weapon risks, the JLTV A2 program was defended, and the Pentagon seeks $5B for labs.
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Media Monitor: Democratic Incumbents Lose Key Colorado Primary Races
The Washington Post is reporting that a Democratic House member and an incumbent senator lost their primary races in Colorado, fueling party angst.
Politics and GovernmentMediaDemocratic PartyGeneral PoliticsElectionCongress ColoradoPrimariesHouse of RepresentativesSenateElectionsPoliticsThe Washington Post
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House to Consider Key Legislation Including Defense Act and Disabled Americans Bill
The House of Representatives is set to convene on Tuesday, June 30, to consider significant legislation, including the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 and the Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act, alongside other key resolutions.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyMilitarySocial IssuesMiddle East House of RepresentativesLegislationNational Defense Authorization ActDisabled Americans ActWar Powers ResolutionLebanonFiscal Year 2027
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House to Address Defense, Foreign Policy, and Disability Bills on Tuesday
The House convenes Tuesday to vote on the National Defense Authorization Act, a resolution on U.S. forces in Lebanon, and the Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act, alongside other key legislation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyEmployment and LaborMilitaryMiddle East House of RepresentativesLegislationNational Defense Authorization ActForeign PolicyDisability EmploymentLebanonAppropriations
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House Introduces Key Energy and Cybersecurity Legislation
The House of Representatives introduced four bills on June 29, 2026, focusing on energy security and cybersecurity. Legislation includes acts for threat analysis, rural utility cybersecurity, emergency leadership, and grid security.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessFederal GovernmentCongressEnergyComputers and Internet Energy SecurityCybersecurityLegislationHouse of RepresentativesEnergy Threat Analysis Center ActRural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity ActSECURE Grid ActU.S. Library of Congress
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House Advances KIDS Act, Renames California Post Offices
The House of Representatives advanced the KIDS Act and two bills to rename California post offices. Facilities in Tustin and Glendale will honor Ursula Ellen Kennedy and Paul Ignatius, reflecting recent legislative actions on June 29, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentCongressLegal KIDS ActHouse of RepresentativesLegislationPost OfficeCaliforniaUrsula Ellen KennedyPaul IgnatiusU.S. Library of Congress
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House Prepares for Extensive Legislative Session on Monday
The House of Representatives will meet Monday, June 29, to consider bills on COVID-19 fraud, healthcare efficiency, energy security, and post office designations. A resolution on U.S. forces in Lebanon may also be debated.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthConflict House of RepresentativesLegislationCOVID-19 FraudEnergy SecurityHealthcareLebanonPost Office Designations
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House to Address COVID Fraud, Defense, and Energy in Busy Legislative Week
The House of Representatives will tackle a broad legislative agenda this week, including bills on COVID-19 fraud, healthcare, national defense, and energy security, with votes scheduled daily.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthConflictFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyEnergyMilitary House of RepresentativesLegislationCOVID-19 FraudNational DefenseEnergy SecurityHealthcareUS CongressRepublican Whip
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House to Address COVID Fraud, Defense, and Energy Bills in Busy Legislative Week
The House of Representatives will tackle a busy legislative week starting June 29, considering bills on COVID-19 fraud, healthcare, national defense, and energy security, alongside several postal facility designations.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressEconomyMilitary House of RepresentativesLegislationCOVID-19National DefenseEnergy SecurityPostal ServiceFiscal Year 2027Majority Leader Steve Scalise
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Media Monitor: Health Secretary Urged Iowa Libertarians to Aid GOP
The Washington Post reports the health secretary urged Iowa Libertarian candidates to drop out of key races, aiming to help Republicans keep control of the House, revealing GOP anxiety.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyCongressElectionState Governments Health SecretaryIowaLibertarian PartyHouse of RepresentativesElectionsThe Washington Post
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House to Address Appropriations, Privacy, and Veterans' Care on June 24
The U.S. House convenes June 24 to consider key legislation, including appropriations for energy, water, and national security, alongside bills addressing privacy in purchases, financial exploitation, and veterans' care.
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Appropriations, Privacy, and Veterans
The House convenes June 24 for legislative business, including votes on appropriations, privacy, and veterans' care. Bills like the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act and the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act are on the agenda, alongside key spending measures.
Politics and GovernmentCongressFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsLegalEconomy House of RepresentativesLegislative BusinessAppropriationsPrivacyVeteransFinancial ServicesSmall Business
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Media Monitor: House Passes Significant Housing Bill Amid Rising Costs
USA TODAY reports the House of Representatives passed a "consequential" bipartisan housing bill on Tuesday, addressing the ongoing affordability crisis and rising cost of living across the nation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessCongressGeneral PoliticsEconomyReal Estate House of RepresentativesHousing BillCost of LivingAffordability CrisisLegislationGovernmentUSA TODAY